The N12 is a ready-to-wear, completely 3-D-printed article of clothing. This means that all of its components — the panels, straps, closures, everything — were put together without a single bit of sewing.

The intricate bikini design got its name because of the material its constructed from: Nylon 12. This solid fabric-like material is spit out by a 3-D printer which uses the Selective Laser Sintering process. This involves a computer-guided and very high-powered laser which fuses small material particles together to create the final garment.

Since the nylon material is thin — it's about 7 milimeters thick — and waterproof, it results in a comfortable and functional swimsuit. So, no, the N12 isn't simply easy on the eyes. You can actually take this baby out for a swim.